The days seem to have more detail, more color, more air in them. That doesn't mean it's all sunshine and rainbows. On the "rainy" days, the clouds have more definition, the greys are darker, and the thunder is louder. I live more intently and intensely now. It's not always easy for those around me who are desiring to get back to a routine; get back to "normal".
I don't care for the phrase "born again" (no offense) but in many ways it's fitting for who I am today. I don't want to waste time in the weeds. I don't want to work in a job where the days go by and the calendar pages flip. I don't want my remaining life to be measured in percentages, profits or revenues.
I have been looking for my new career path this last year and it's not been easy to find. I know what I don't want to do, but I'm not quite sure what I do want to do. As you can imagine, job boards don't have search functions where you can type in "what are you NOT looking for".
But I know this is all God's plan for me. Just as two years ago today, His plan was to get me through my surgery and recovery so beautifully. This too, He will see me through. It's funny because I thought the "hard" parts were over when I was done with the surgery and treatments. But in many ways, in my able-bodied state, I find it harder to be patient and trusting of God's plan than when I was in a hospital bed.
I thank God for always providing for us, for surrounding me with a family and group of friends that bless me greatly, and for the work He is doing in me today.
I'd like to offer The 23rd Psalm to those in need of some Peace and Hope today. Just as I did two years ago and continue to today.
The Lord is my Shepard; I shall not want. In verdant pastures He gives me repose; Before restful waters He leads me; He refreshes my soul. He guides me in right paths for His name's sake. Even though I walk in the dark valley I fear no evil; for you are at my side, with your rod and your staff that give me courage. You spread a table for me in the sight of my foes; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Only goodness and kindness follow me all the days of my life; And I shall dwell in the house of the Lord for years to come.
Finally, here are some summer festival pics of my sweet family. God bless you all!
